With all rivalry games, the matchup is unlike any other one on the schedule. With the first serve of the match, the passion from the Rebels and rival Mississippi State was well shown.
The Rebels fought hard, but could not hang with the Bulldogs as they fell 3 sets to 0.
The Bulldogs began set one strong, gaining a quick lead that they would maintain all set long. The Bulldogs would take set one, holding the Rebels to only 17 points.
The Rebels were ready to play at the start of set two and quickly scored with a kill by sophomore Kate Gibson.